ZIP 80907 (Colorado Springs, CO) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 80907: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in El Paso County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
6.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 4.3 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How El Paso County compares with Colorado
El Paso County against Colorado and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where El Paso County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | El Paso County | Colorado | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 19.1 | 32.6 | 49.7 | 41% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.3 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 16% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.27 | 0.32 | 0.49 | 16% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 5.3% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 1.9× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 9.9% | 14.8% | 6.2% | 33% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.1% | 25.7% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.7% | 13.2% | 13.8% | 26% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.3% | 43.5% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 17.3% | 22.4% | 24.8% | 23% below the state |
Compared with Colorado, El Paso County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. Where it is higher: garbage-truck share.
El Paso County at a glance: 1 in 19 crashes involve a garbage truck (88 since 2015), vs 2.8% across Colorado.
Overview
El Paso County has recorded 1,681 truck crashes since 2015, with 471 people injured and 69 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 10.1% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 6.9%.
November through March accounts for 43.3% of truck crashes here, compared with 43.5% in Colorado.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 8.6% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 9.9% of truck crashes, compared with 14.8% in Colorado.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 80907 is I-25, with 6 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: N Academy Blvd (2), N Union Blvd (2) and SR-94 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
88 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 5.2% share (Colorado: 2.8%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in November (16%).
They recorded 6.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 4.3 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 80907 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in El Paso County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-25; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Waste haulers: November is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in El Paso County.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
About the data
This report uses the FMCSA crash file (reported crashes of trucks over 10,000 lb) and NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes). It reports the numbers without guessing at reasons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in El Paso County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-25 | 6 |
| N Academy Blvd | 2 |
| N Union Blvd | 2 |
| SR-94 | 2 |
| US-24 | 2 |
| CR-N Carefree Cir | 1 |
| CR-SPACE Village Ave | 1 |
| E Las Vegas St | 1 |
| E Pikes Peak Ave | 1 |
| Palmer Park Blvd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (El Paso County) |
|---|---|
| I-25 | 28 |
| N Powers Blvd At Barnes Rd | 10 |
| I25 At Mp 162 | 8 |
| I25 At Mp 161 | 7 |
| I 25 At Mp 162 | 7 |
| I 25 At Mp 150 | 7 |
| I 25 At Mp 149 | 7 |
| I 25 At Mp 135 | 7 |
ZIP 80907 at a glance
| Population | 27,815 |
| Density | 1,091 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $74,402 |
| Median home value | $408,269 |
| Home ownership | 56% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in El Paso County since the 1990s
Combines the FMCSA crash file (all reported truck crashes, real coverage from about 1990) with NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes involving a large truck, 1982–2024).
| Decade | Truck crashes / yr | Change | Fatal crashes / yr (FARS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 101 | — | 3.9 |
| 2000s | 146 | +45% | 3.8 |
| 2010s | 139 | -4% | 3.6 |
| 2020s | 143 | +3% | 6.2 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 101 to 143. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 5.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 6.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 80907
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 80907?
El Paso County has had 1,681 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 471 people and killing 69.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 80907?
Since 2015, I-25 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 80907: 6.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 80907?
The worst month is January: 10.1% of truck crashes in El Paso County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 80907?
88 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in El Paso County since 2015, 5.2% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 80907 compared with Colorado?
The yearly rate is 19.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in El Paso County, vs 32.6 for Colorado.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 80907?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.